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Extradition Proceedings
Extradition mental health assessment evaluates fitness for extradition and impact of mental disorder on fair trial rights or human rights grounds. It supports defences under the Extradition Act 2003.
Overview
When this report is required
- Where mental health deterioration or suicide risk is raised as a bar to extradition
- In cases involving Article 3 ECHR (prohibition on torture/inhuman treatment)
- For assessment of prison conditions and mental health treatment availability
- During extradition hearings in the Magistrates’ or High Court
What the expert assesses
- Mental health deterioration extradition
- Fitness for extradition psychiatric evaluation
- Article 3 ECHR extradition
- Fair trial mental disorder
- Suicide risk extradition
Report specification
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment Setting | Clinic, Remote |
| Court Acceptance | Magistrates’ Court, High court |
| Compliance | CPR Part 35 |
CPR Part 35 Compliant
Digital Delivery
Urgent Instructions
Specialist expertise
Forensic Psychiatry
General Adult Psychiatrist
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on
its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will
review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.